2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2737 mm |
